Renaissance
During this period, there was renewed interest in the classical culture of Ancient ________ and ________.
Greece and Rome
Writer of the book "The Prince", that became influential on political leaders in Western civilization
Who is Machiavelli
How did German Peasants twist Martin Luther's beliefs?
Twisted equality of faith to be social equality.
Artist who was known for his use of perspective in the painting "School of Athens"
Who is Rafael?
A Protestant branch who insisted on rebaptizing adults.
Who are Anabaptists?
When the church leaders also lead the government.
Two of the most important artists of the Renaissance (the main two we discussed in class).
Who are Michelangelo and Leonardo Da Vinci
Devoutly religious people who whipped themselves to atone for sin during the Plague.
Who are Flagellants?
Name one of Da Vinci's most important works
Name one of Michelangelo's most important works
What are the Mona Lisa or the Last Supper
What are the Sistine Chapel, the Statue of David, or St. Peters Church
The attitude of living for the day because death may come tomorrow.
What is Hedonism?
This priest believed in the idea of predestination along with faith alone for salvation.
Who is John Calvin
Name two things that led to the start of the Renaissance.
- Loss of faith in God due to the Black Death
- Rising interest in Greek and Roman Culture
- Merchants and Nobles gaining power after the fall of feudalism and patron families like the Medici Family investing in art and education
Name 3 ways in which the printing press impacted life in Western Europe.
1. A lot more books could be printed.
2. Books could be printed in different languages (or in the vernacular)
3. Made the printing of books cheaper.
Describe King Henry VIII, Queen Mary, AND Queen Elizabeth's roles in the English Reformation.
King Henry VIII - Started Anglicanism, made himself head of the Anglican Church
Mary - Restored Catholicism, came after those that refused to accept it.
Elizabeth - Restored the Anglican Church as the only legal church of England.
How did Machiavelli's and Erasmus's beliefs on how to rule differ?
Machiavelli believed it was better to be feared than loved if not capable of both.
Erasmus believed that a ruler should be kind, generous, and should be the likeness of God.
What precedent did the Peace of Augsburg set or establish?
Leaders can establish the faith of religion practiced within their territory/country.